JOURNAL ARTICLE

Creedence Clearwater Revival's John Fogerty: Family, Forgiveness & My Musical Journey.

  • Published In: People, 2025, v. 104, n. 7. P. 46 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: RUNTAGH, JORDAN 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on John Fogerty's journey of healing and rediscovery through music, particularly following the return of his long-lost 1969 Rickenbacker guitar. After years of personal and professional struggles, including estrangement from his bandmates in Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR), Fogerty received the guitar as a Christmas gift in 2016, which marked a turning point in his life. With the support of his wife, Julie, he regained the publishing rights to CCR's catalog in 2023 and created a new album titled *Legacy*, where he revisits his classic songs infused with love and joy. The article highlights themes of forgiveness, the importance of family, and the potential for new beginnings in one's artistic journey. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:People. 2025/08, Vol. 104, Issue 7, p46
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Music
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0093-7673
  • Accession Number:187306865
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